Eviden supports post-quantum algorithms with its Trustway Proteccio HSM

New partnership with CryptoNext Security

Lille, France, April 5, 2023 – Eviden, the Atos business leading in digital, cloud, big data and security today announces that its Trustway Proteccio^TM Hardware Security Module (HSM) will soon support post-quantum algorithms, in collaboration with the startup CryptoNext Security, a leader and pioneer in next-generation post-quantum cryptography.

Faced with the possible emergence of a quantum computer, which would imply a collapse in today’s cryptographic protection mechanisms, Eviden allows its entire ecosystem of customers to prepare for a migration towards hybrid encryption solutions. This major development in the Trustway Proteccio^TM HSM enables the integration of algorithms from CryptoNext Security.

The Trustway Proteccio^TM HSM, the only HSM to have received ANSSI’s Reinforced Qualification (ANSSI¹ QR), constitutes a benchmark security solution both in France and internationally. It offers a very high level of technological protection for managing keys and cryptographic operations to the benefit of critical applications in companies, government administrations, and financial service operators.

With the latest upgrade of its Trustway Proteccio^TM HSM, Eviden has effectively implemented the ANSSI recommendations² that push for a gradual, phased transition to post-quantum. The underlying goal is to progressively increase confidence in post-quantum algorithms and their uses, while ensuring that there is no regression concerning traditional (i.e. pre-quantum) security.

“The collaboration of Eviden and CryptoNext will speed up the availability of post-quantum algorithms, and enable us to support our partners and customers with this major development in the world of cryptography. This work is part of our ongoing quest for innovation and the development of high-security systems” said René Martin, Director of the Trustway Business Unit at Eviden, Atos Group.

Jean-Charles Faugère, Founder and CTO of CryptoNext Security added: “This partnership with Atos, one of the world leaders in cybersecurity, removes a major barrier to the migration of infrastructures and applications to quantum-resistant cybersecurity in production. The choice made by Atos illustrates its recognition of CryptoNext Security’s expertise and technologies, of which we are proud.”

“We are fully committed to working alongside Atos in this long-term partnership of technological excellence, to offer our customers sovereign, concrete and operational solutions to the challenges of the post-quantum era,” said Florent Grosmaitre, President of CryptoNext Security.